I am finally at the point where I admit I have a drinking problem. Two nights ago I binged, and I’m still hungover. I’m tired of recovery taking so much time and energy out of me. Thanks for listening

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Thank you, all of you! I did a little cha cha wondering if I really need to stop, but the more I read, the more I realized I’m beyond being okay at drinking only a glass or two. One glass of wine turns into over a bottle. My boss irritates me to no end, and I’ve turned to drinking to soothe the anger. I also deal with loneliness and resentments. I’ve found an online group and am reading stories everyday and using an app. Three days sober now and feeling so much more clear headed. I’m putting my anger into my personal writing instead of trying to drown it. I’ll reach out if I get antsy and need some personal support. Thanks again!

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You can DM me as well. I’ve been where you’re at. For years. More than two years sober now and never would have imagined I could be this satisfied with things. I had to put the bottle down to work on it.

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8 years here. DM If you wanna hit a meeting.

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I’m glad to talk at any time. DM me

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Honestly? It’s still hard for me to admit that I have a drinking problem. I just remember what it feels like to wake up after a blackout and it’s enough to convince myself to stay sober for one more day. Almost at a year now.

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How are you doing? I’m also open to DMs to just chat and vent.

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Oh, and I meant, it was my first AA meeting. Awkward.

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Hey CW, how ya doing?

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New day. Feeling more positive. Kind of. But I need to get myself set up with a plan in order to make this stick.

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Hey CW - how are things? I’m available to chat too if you need / want.

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